Lead Theatrical Costume Draper & Cutter

Hale Centre Theatre; Sandy (UT); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Hale Centre Theatre is seeking a Costume Cutter / Draper to create patterns, drape, and fit costumes for actors under the guidance of the Costume Designer. You will oversee construction and ensure designs are faithfully interpreted across productions.

You will work closely with the Costume Designer and Costume Director, manage crew tasks, and maintain production timelines while researching historical styles and ensuring authentic theatre wardrobe pieces.

Qualifications

• Experience in flat pattern making and draping is required.
• Knowledge of multiple costume construction techniques.
• Experience with both men’s and women’s tailoring.
• Understanding of historical silhouettes and adapting period shapes for theatre.
• Good working knowledge of fabric types and their uses.
• Basic crew management, time management, and workflow coordination.

Responsabilités

• Create costumes from sketches provided by the designer.
• Develop patterns for individual actors using flat patternmaking and draping.
• Fit costumes to actors and make necessary adjustments.
• Cut or supervise cutting of fabric according to patterns.
• Determine fabric yardage and trim requirements.
• Supervise crew members and delegate work to First Hands and Stitchers.
• Manage time and workflow to meet production deadlines.
• Research historical periods and techniques to complete costumes.
• Maintain the designer’s vision throughout construction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Costume Director.

Connaissances

Flat pattern making

Draping

Tailoring (men's & women's)

Fabric knowledge

Historical silhouettes

Crew management

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Pattern adjustments

Outils

Sewing techniques

Description du poste

Hale Centre Theatre is seeking a Costume Cutter / Draper to create patterns, drape, and fit costumes for actors under the guidance of the Costume Designer. You will oversee construction and ensure designs are faithfully interpreted across productions.

You will work closely with the Costume Designer and Costume Director, manage crew tasks, and maintain production timelines while researching historical styles and ensuring authentic theatre wardrobe pieces.